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Focus on Developing VFX and AI
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Focus on Developing VFX and AI

From Utusan Malaysia · (2d ago) Malay Positive tone

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) is actively developing visual effects (VFX) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for local creative works.
  • Finas is collaborating with Multimedia University (MMU) to enhance these technologies and provide training, data acquisition, and other support.
  • This partnership aims to produce high-caliber talent and enable Malaysian films to compete on a global scale.

The National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (Finas) is spearheading efforts to advance visual effects (VFX) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies within the nation's creative industry. This strategic initiative is crucial for elevating the quality and competitiveness of local productions on the international stage.

Diharapkan kerjasama dengan MMU dapat membangun dan memperluaskan teknologi kesan khas dan AI yang rancak digunakan dalam karya kreatif zaman sekarang.

— Datuk Hans IsaacChairman of Finas, expressing expectations for the collaboration with Multimedia University in developing VFX and AI technologies.

Finas has forged a significant partnership with Multimedia University (MMU), a collaboration expected to be instrumental in achieving these technological advancements. The synergy between Finas and MMU is anticipated to foster the development and expansion of VFX and AI technologies, which are increasingly integral to contemporary creative works.

This collaboration extends beyond technological development, focusing also on nurturing a skilled workforce. Finas welcomes partnerships with universities willing to contribute by providing essential training, cutting-edge technology, and robust data acquisition capabilities. The objective is to equip the next generation of creative professionals with the expertise needed to excel in these rapidly evolving fields.

Yang penting sekarang ini adalah peluang diperbanyakkan menerusi kerjasama Finas dan MMU. Harap kerjasama ini dapat mengetengah bakat berkelas tinggi.

— Datuk Hans IsaacChairman of Finas, emphasizing the importance of the partnership in creating opportunities and highlighting high-caliber talent.

Ultimately, the partnership between Finas and MMU seeks to create more opportunities for high-caliber talent to emerge. By strengthening the technological foundation and human capital of the Malaysian film industry, Finas aims to empower local filmmakers to not only dominate the domestic market but also to successfully compete and make a mark on the global film landscape.

Kemudian barulah lebih banyak filem-filem kita dapat bersaing di peringkat global, bukan setakat mendominasi pasaran tempatan.

— Datuk Hans IsaacChairman of Finas, stating the ultimate goal of enabling Malaysian films to compete globally.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.